Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: To study the position and symmetry of mental foramen. Materials & methods: A total of 20 subjects were enrolled. The age of subjects was 20 to 40 years. The panoramic radiographs were taken to study with MF visible on both sides of the mandible, all mandibular premolar teeth present, premolar region clearly visible on the panoramic radiographs. Scoring system was taken under consideration. Data was collected and result was analysed using SPSS software. Results: A total of 20 panoramic radiographs were taken under consideration. MF was located most frequently between the first and second premolar, with the second most frequent position being below the second premolar for apex scores. Conclusion: The most common position of MF is between 1st and 2nd premolar teeth.